The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze

The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze The East Coast's most electrifying fall happening!
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Happy National Read a Book Day! 📚Today we’re celebrating the stories that spark our imaginations -- and starting Septemb...
09/06/2026

Happy National Read a Book Day! 📚

Today we’re celebrating the stories that spark our imaginations -- and starting September 18, those pages are coming to life at The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze! 🎃

From classic tales to brand-new displays, here’s a sneak peek at what’s waiting for you on the pumpkin trail this season:

🐺 NEW: Little Literary Lane – Step into a brand-new section featuring hand-carved characters from fables, including a larger-than-life Big Bad Wolf!
🦁 The Wizard of Oz – Follow the yellow brick road through an enchanting, illuminated pumpkin display.
🐎 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow – Pay homage to the ultimate Halloween classic with the iconic Headless Horseman riding through the night. 🎃

What story are you diving into today? Let us know in the comments, then grab your tickets for opening night on September 18!
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events/?view=calendar&k=Blaze_Calendar&startdate=2026-09-01&promo=3252

09/01/2026

Hold on, we think you better get this....

We've made it to the 'ber months and Blaze opens in just 17 days! Let us know if you'll be on the pumpkin trail.

Did you know that this display honors the actual history of the site where The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze takes place? T...
08/26/2026

Did you know that this display honors the actual history of the site where The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze takes place? This illuminated collection of pumpkin headstones pays tribute to the Van Cortlandt family! Among those remembered here are:

Pierre Van Cortlandt (1721–1814): Patriot leader and New York State's first lieutenant governor, who played a prominent military and political role during the Revolution.

Joanna Van Cortlandt (1722–1808): Matriarch of the family and wife of Pierre Van Cortlandt, she served as his active partner in managing the estate's affairs and led the family through the scattering and upheaval of the Revolutionary era.

Philip Van Cortlandt (1749–1831): Continental Army colonel who commanded the 2nd New York Regiment, serving in major campaigns from Saratoga to Yorktown.

Catherine Van Wyck (1751–1829): Daughter of Pierre and Joanna Van Cortlandt who spent the Revolutionary War in New Jersey with her husband. After his death, she returned to her childhood home at Van Cortlandt Manor, where she raised her three sons and remained for the rest of her life.

Cornelia Beekman (1753–1847): Patriot who remained in Peekskill during the Revolution to protect family possessions despite raids by both Tories and Patriots. Later, she became a savvy businesswoman who developed the family land that became Beekmantown.

Ann Van Rensselaer (1766–1855): The youngest child of Pierre and Joanna Van Cortlandt, Ann married Philip S. Van Rensselaer in 1787. He later became mayor of Albany, extending the Van Cortlandt family's connections into another of New York's prominent families.

Next time you visit Blaze, see who else's story you can discover!

Thoughtful, radiant, and endlessly inspiring — Virgos know how to make every moment shine.When thousands of hand-carved ...
08/23/2026

Thoughtful, radiant, and endlessly inspiring — Virgos know how to make every moment shine.

When thousands of hand-carved jack o'lanterns light up the night, it mirrors the same warm, brilliant spirit Virgos bring everywhere they go.

Tag a Virgo who’s ready for a magical night on the trail! It's almost time for a night under the (pumpkin) stars. ♍🎃

Which Blaze fan-favorite is your must-have photo-op every single year?(Including one returning display that might alread...
08/22/2026

Which Blaze fan-favorite is your must-have photo-op every single year?
(Including one returning display that might already have you counting down the days...)

🕰️ The Doomsday Clock — I've always been a night owl
🌌 The Pumpkin Planetarium — Find me under the stars
🌬️ The Windmill — It's been turning heads for years
🦖 The Dinosaurs — Hear me roar
🔪 The Classic Jack-o'-Lanterns — Call me a purist

Comment your pick 👇

Wondering what’s new on the Blaze trail this year? Let's just say our team has gone all out to bring you even more new s...
08/14/2026

Wondering what’s new on the Blaze trail this year? Let's just say our team has gone all out to bring you even more new surprises!

Here’s what’s glowing on the pumpkin trail this season:

🧛 Creature Feature Forest: Wander our longest trail ever, packed with classic movie monsters and a brand-new cantina.
📕 Little Literary Lane: See your favorite fairy tales & fables have been brought to life in pumpkin form.
🎧 DJ Punk N’ Spice: Keep the celebration going at the manor house with our one-of-a-kind pumpkin DJ.
📸 Picture-Perfect Moments: Find fresh photo ops around every turn.

Plan ahead for the perfect fall and grab your tickets today! https://hudsonvalley.pulse.ly/idleyzlmci

Okay, let's see a show of hands ✋— who is currently in the 'Forced To: Plan ahead for PTO' phase for The Great Jack O'La...
08/11/2026

Okay, let's see a show of hands ✋— who is currently in the 'Forced To: Plan ahead for PTO' phase for The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze? It's a tough job, but someone has to guarantee we get the good donuts and the preferred entry times.

Plan your visit now at pumpkinblaze.org

Your best excuse for a fall midweek escape starts at $24!Make plans for a date night, an evening with friends, or simply...
08/05/2026

Your best excuse for a fall midweek escape starts at $24!

Make plans for a date night, an evening with friends, or simply a memorable night out at The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze. Explore thousands of hand-carved jack o'lanterns, immersive displays, and unforgettable photo opportunities—all at our lowest ticket price.

$24 Tickets are available:
All time slots: September 28–30 & October 5–7
After 8pm: October 1, 8, 12–15, 19–22 & 26–29
After 7pm: November 1 & 6–8

Grab your tickets early—Value Nights and the most popular dates sell out fast! https://hudsonvalley.pulse.ly/72yevasr0j

Your fall tradition starts here. The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is back with an expanded trail featuring movie monsters,...
07/30/2026

Your fall tradition starts here. The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is back with an expanded trail featuring movie monsters, storybook favorites, dazzling pumpkin displays, and pumpkin dance parties.

But the adventure doesn't end there... Make it a Legendary day (or weekend!) in Sleepy Hollow Country with:

🎩 Spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country – Witness all-new supernatural magic that will leave you questioning what's real.

🌠 Twilight Village – Experience Sleepy Hollow after dark, where history and legend intertwine.

📜 An Audience with Poe – Step into Edgar Allan Poe's darkest tales, brought to life by professional actors.

🕵️‍♀️ Headless Horseman Files – Investigate the mystery of what really happened to Ichabod Crane.

📖 Irving's 'Legend' – Hear the classic story of the Headless Horseman from master storyteller Jonathan the Storyteller - Hudson Valley's Jonathan Kruk

🏡 Legendary Tours of Washington Irving's Sunnyside – See the home of the man who created the Legend!

October dates won't last long. Grab your tickets today!
https://tickets.hudsonvalley.org/events?view=list&k=Halloween_Season&promo=3252

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Croton-on-Hudson, NY
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